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'Over 1,500 troops deployed during martial law': South Korea defence ministry after President Yoon's impeachment

IndiaTimes Monday, 16 December 2024
South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol faces investigation for insurrection after imposing martial law, deploying over 1,500 troops. The Constitutional Court reviews his impeachment while ruling party leader Han Dong-hoon resigns, expressing no regret for supporting the impeachment. North Korea labels Yoon as the "ringleader of rebellion." Prime Minister Han Duck-soo serves as interim leader during the court's deliberation.
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